To say The Mark of Janus is an excellent book is an understatement and in no way does that one word do this novel justice. Instead, this novel is thrilling, enchanting, mystical, mysterious and above all, incredible and no words will be able to express how much I adored this book! I loved how this novel followed one character on his journey as he grew and began to understand himself, it was really poignant and beautiful to read and to…..

Wow! Even better than book 1. We learn more about Brennan, the struggle of Janus to keep with their traditions when tested with the loss of their written story. Mystery, intrigue, conflict, it’s all there. Eagerly awaiting book 3. … Amazon Review

I’m not one to pick up a book from authors I don’t know, but this was given to me as a gift. I have to admit, at the start, I wasn’t sure, but as I kept reading, I found myself relating to some of the life events of Sean, the main character and his ponderings as his story unfolds. The story takes us through the birth of Sean, as a teenager hearing information that would come as a shock to…..

The Mark of Janus is an excellent book. The story about Sean Brennan who is searching for a meaning to his life is captivating. The book presents a well thought out and interesting story. It has intrigue and mystery but also presents a moral message and explores the concept of a peaceful planet. The relationship the Janus islanders have with ‘The Spirit’ is unique and makes you consider what God is actually thinking. A really intriguing read. It’s the first…..

The Word of Janus — Daley does it again with the second installment of the Janus Chronicles. Brennan’s journey continues in a crescendo with an even more action-packed tale full of the suspense, mystery and philosophy that the chronicles have become known for. The trials and tribulations of Brennan and the struggle for Janus to maintain its traditions and respect its history keep the user engaged until the very last page. Eagerly awaiting book 3!! — Amazon Review

The Mark of Janus is an excellent first novel for Patrick David Daley. I quickly became eager to follow each step of Sean Brennan’s (Kilgore’s) travels throughout the world and finally to Janus, a society quite unlike the one we inhabit and one I am eager to learn more about. This is the kind of book that as an avid reader, I continuously seek but rarely find. One feels transported by the powers of imagination, yet grounded in meaning. I…..

The Mark of Janus was an excellent read and with all of the turmoil throughout the world, you can’t help but wonder if a world like Janus could exist. Are we destined to live self-indulgent, encapsulated lives that serve only to nurture our own needs or will our children (or our children’s children) finally learn to live in true harmony and peace? Can Janus exist in our world? Patrick Daley does a fantastic job of bringing each character to life…..

Patrick Daley has written a fantastic narrative that is truly a pleasure to read. It is the perfect combination of mystery, suspense, self-reflection and personal drama with a philosophical flare. This is truly one of those novels that you just can’t put down, and when you do, you eagerly anticipate picking it up to continue following alongside Sean’s journey. The Mark of Janus is highly thought provoking, carrying a powerful message that leaves the reader reflecting on their own values,…..